ACADEMIC SUCCESS STRATEGIES

Illinois Wesleyan University provides significant support for students to achieve academic success.  In order to be successful in college, students need to learn how to best study, manage their time, and utilize the resources available to them.  Students need to know it is all right to ask for help.  The first person to talk with if students are struggling in courses is their professor.  He or she will be able to provide information on how to be successful in the course and what resources are available for students.  Academic Advisors can also help students identify challenging issues and make referrals to appropriate campus resources. 

The Academic Advising Center has created a Guide for Academic Success at IWU adapted from resources at Northern Illinois University.  Take a look at this guide for information about specific strategies, assessments, and resources available on campus:

IWU Guide for Academic Success (PDF)

Peer Tutoring Resources on Campus (PDF)

The following web resources providing a starting point to all that exist regarding time management, study skills, and transitioning to college:

 Time Management & Study Skills Resources:

• Time Management - Academic Skills Center Darthmouth University

• Study Guides and Strategies

• Academic Tips

• Atlas.com Study Skills Guide for Students

• Study Skills - Academic Resource Center Sweet Briar College

• Study Skills - Academic Skills Center Darthmouth University

College Transition Resources:

• College Survival Tips - The College Board

• Transition Tips - St. Peter's College

• Transitioning to College